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Caring for your Hair Tools Travel Bag

How to wash your neoprene Hair Tools Travel Bag by hand, remove stains without water rings, dry it, and deal with creases or pilling.

The Hair Tools Travel Bag is made with thick, double-layered neoprene. Neoprene is durable, but it needs hand washing and a little care to keep looking its best.

Washing by hand

  1. Fill a basin with cold water and add a small amount of mild detergent.
  2. Submerge the whole bag and gently work the soapy water through it.
  3. Rinse in clean cold water until no soap is left.
  4. Reshape the bag while it's wet.
  5. Lay it flat to dry on a clean, non-porous surface, away from direct sunlight.

Let the bag dry completely before you pack tools in it again.

Removing a stain

Don't spot-treat a single area, because that can leave a water ring. Instead:

  1. Apply a little mild soap directly to the stain.
  2. Submerge the entire bag in cold water.
  3. Gently work the soap and the stain out.
  4. Rinse until no residue remains, then dry the bag as above.

Creases and pilling

Creasing and small fuzz balls can occur with neoprene and are easy to fix.

  • Creases: Use a fabric steamer with gentle downward strokes.
  • Pilling: Use a fabric shaver in small circular motions.

What to avoid

  • No washing machine. Hand wash the bag to help protect the material and hardware.
  • No harsh solvents. Alcohol, acetone, and oils can damage the material.
  • No direct sun or heat for drying. Air dry only.
  • Keep it away from dyed or treated fabrics while it dries.
  • Don't expose it to open flames or heating elements.

Storing the bag

Make sure the bag is completely dry before storing it. Handle the zipper and magnetic flap gently.